Naslov
The Maximum Area which can be economically Irrigated by Solar Photovoltaic Pumping System

Autori
Glasnović, Zvonimir ; Margeta, Jure

Izvornik
Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering (0733-9437) 135 (2009), 1; 44-49

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
photovoltaic pumping; PV generator; optimal sizing; irrigation; irrigated area

Sažetak
This work describes the cost efficiency of a solar photovoltaic (PV) pumping system for irrigation system, in relation to the most effective traditional power system, a diesel engine. Mathematical model for optimal sizing of solar PV pumping system is used for the estimate of the maximum area which can be economically irrigated by the solar PV pumping system. Proposed methodology and model has been applied on two different areas in Croatia, Osijek and Split, as paradigms of continental and coastal Croatia as well as EU. The obtained results show that maximum areas which can be economically irrigated in the Osijek region are greater than in the Split region. Such result indicates that PV irrigation systems can be equally economically applied in relatively cooler climates and with less solar radiation, as well as warmer Mediterranean climate.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Elektrotehnika, Građevinarstvo

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